Imperial Hotel

Property class: 4
4-star spa hotel near Cork City Hall

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A large, historic building with a classic facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance.
An ornate restaurant interior with a central wooden table displaying pastries and bread, surrounded by chairs and tables.
A grand hallway with ornate wall decorations, a chandelier, and a marble floor.
A stone wall with embedded lights, a pool, and a large potted plant.
An indoor garden with a central seating area, surrounded by lush greenery and plants.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

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76 South Mall Street, Cork, Cork, T12 A2YT
  • Place, Cork City Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cork Opera House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, English Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(58 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

APARTMENT STANDARD

  • Sleeps 10

DOUBLE CLASSIC

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE CLASSIC DOUBLE BED

  • Sleeps 4

About the area

Cork

Cork City Centre stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Cork City Centre hotel, you'll find Cork City Hall and Cork Opera House. University College Cork and Fitzgerald Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • St. Patrick's Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cork City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. Patrick's Bridge - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cork Opera House - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • English Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 14 min walk
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Pantry - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fitzgerald’s Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Le Chateau - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Farmgate Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Imperial Hotel

4-star spa hotel near Cork City Hall
Imperial Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 226 square feet (21 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Imperial Hotel.

This 4-star Cork hotel is smoke free.

  • 124 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 226 sq ft of conference space
  • 21 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1813
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Imperial Hotel offers 124 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Cork hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 8 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is equipped with a hot tub.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (EUR 0.01 per stay)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 60
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 60

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 20.00 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: EUR 0.01 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15.00 per day (1640 ft away)
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 60 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 60 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property class

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Imperial Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Imperial Hotel to the airport?

Imperial Hotel is 4.7 mi (11-min drive) away from the Cork Airport (ORK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Imperial Hotel?

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Imperial Hotel on Sept 6, 2026 start from CA $294, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Imperial Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Imperial Hotel.

How close is Imperial Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 14.8 mi (21-min drive) from Fountainstown Beach and 14.9 mi (22-min drive) from Myrtleville Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Imperial Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Imperial Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 20.00 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Imperial Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Imperial Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs EUR 60 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Imperial Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Imperial Hotel have a pool?

Imperial Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Imperial Hotel have a restaurant?

Imperial Hotel is home to Helena's, which features light fare and brunch.

Does Imperial Hotel have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body wraps, facials, and deep-tissue massages.

How close is Imperial Hotel to downtown Cork?

Imperial Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Cork.

Imperial Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 683 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1004 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and hotel!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel, staff very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and well appointed and in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only place I stay in Cork
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb central city hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel lobby bar is incredibly beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old, classic hotel Very comfortable Staff attentive and helpful Live music, good drinks, in well appointed bar
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, very comfortable bed and linen!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautifully maintained and well located, close to shopping and main streets. All the staff were super helpful and treated us like royalty. This is a wonderful hotel and my family and I really enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great old historical hotel.and room. Very clean and quiet. Excellent bar. Very helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds and nice bathroom. Hotel is beautiful and is in a good location, close to shops/restaurants and pubs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Cool historic building. Staff was hreat beds were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

KATIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay in Cork
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely heritage hotel in the city centre close to the best city amenities. But AVOID ROOM 121 at all costs, very loud ventilation/services running beside/under the room that will ruin your sleep.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. We were able to check in an hour early friendly helpful staff great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was gorgeous and staff were very friendly. While there is parking available for this property it is pretty far away from the hotel. The parking garage was nice just a little too far from the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Grzegorz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved our stay at the Imperial! I will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tewfik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well located amazing piano bar, have not tried the restaurant. Great staff. Poor room service if you want a night cap and you call room service, not too impressed. But will go back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything about this hotel is lovely - would stay again and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Staff was very helpful when I had an issue with the tv.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025